We were delighted to get a visit from big boys in 5th class who came to show us what they have being doing with their Vex Robotics. We were suitable impressed by what we saw. Well done boys!
We had great fun doing an experiment with our student teacher Mr. Murphy today. The boys had to predict whether they thought particular objects would sink or float before they discovered the outcome for themselves.
Third class built their own rockets last week for Space Week. Check out http://www.spaceweek.ie for more information. Well done 3rd class.
Sixth class visited Lifetime lab today and learned all about heat. They completed a number of investigations and really enjoyed the day. Una the instructor was excellent and even had a frozen ice hand at some stage!
Today we proudly received the Discover Primary Science & Maths Award from Science Foundation Ireland. It is a really nice looking plaque and will be proudly hung on the hall! Discover Primary Science and Maths (DPSM) is the national programme, … Continue reading
After a long hour of speeches and awards we have finally received our Green Flag for Travel. We would just like to say thank you for all the help towards this flag whether it be parent or student we couldn’t … Continue reading
Our school garden continues to flourish as we are blessed with the fine weather. We are looking forward to the day we can gobble up all of the wonderful organic produce that we will be harvesting: potatoes, lettuce, onions, strawberries … Continue reading
Today, children from 1st, 2nd and 6th have been expanding the school garden with raspberry and strawberry plants. We hope that we can continue to expand the garden with more plants and vegetables. Down below you will see pictures of … Continue reading
This morning a few sixth class boys along with Brother Ben prepared the beds for the strawberries and raspberries. We used a shovel and a pick axe to make the bed and pick out the stones. Tomorrow we will be … Continue reading
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